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Photovoice part 1: What is Photovoice and why is it valuable?
Published on April 18, 2014
Photovoice is a unique tool that can be used to give youth a voice in their community, while supporting their development through creative expression. -
Gain communication skills through 4-H experiences
Published on April 11, 2014
Communication is an important skill to have to be successful. 4-H provides lots of opportunities for youth and adults to gain skills around communication. This article will explore some of those opportunities. -
Don’t forget to listen!
Published on April 4, 2014
An often overlooked leadership skill can improve your effectiveness. -
Cultural currents: “What Will Be in the Fields Tomorrow?”
Published on April 1, 2014
The arts can grow community awareness about local food and farming and their impact on children, families, farmers, our communities and the land around us. -
Growing up Green documentary explores Great Lakes place-based education
Published on March 31, 2014
Michigan youth and Great Lakes stewardship are at the center of new place-based education documentary airing on PBS stations throughout April. -
Elementary watershed project influences adults to become 4-H volunteers
Published on March 26, 2014
Students at Au Gres-Sims Elementary School in Au Gres, Mich., have studied 320 to 500 feet of rivers, creeks and streams this school year while participating in a river project. -
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities: Part 2
Published on March 26, 2014
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities provide families and communities with global and cultural competence. Learn more about how you can get involved! -
Integrated Intellectuals 4-H club at Detroit International Academy gives back
Published on March 25, 2014
A group of young women from The Detroit International Academy for Young Women, home to a 4-H club The Integrated Intellectuals, used their passion for community service to help students gain access to the Detroit College Promise scholarship. -
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities: Part 1
Published on March 24, 2014
Michigan 4-H International Exchange opportunities provide families and communities with global and cultural competence. Learn more about how you can get involved! -
Volunteer managers and delegation: Part 1
Published on March 17, 2014
Volunteer managers have a lot to do and little time to do it – but by delegating to their volunteer base, they are able to accomplish much with and through volunteers. This series will explore tips and tricks to effective delegation.